The Walnut Grove Cookery School Info
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Wheelchair-accessible car park
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Gender-neutral toilets
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LGBTQ+ friendly
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Transgender safe space
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LGBTQ+ friendly
Best KPortal Reviews
Located just 1h 15 minutes west of CDG by train, if you love French cuisine, this experience is absolutely EXCEPTIONAL! My friend and I flew in from the US and we are blown away. Eric’s farm, sleeping accommodations, cooking accommodation, town, and experiences are all beyond even our highest expectations. We cannot recommend this more highly. Paula & Nicole
The Walnut Grove Cookery School is set in the most bucolic scene of France. Surrounded by rolling hills, the school offers a place of learning while also providing a true haven for escaping the busy lives most of us live.
The course itself provides a deep knowledge and nuance that only someone as experienced as Chef Eric could provide. I learned so many things that can’t be taught at a distance or through textbooks, truly gaining an understanding of the texture, the taste, the craftsmanship required in cooking great food. The days were long, in that we were on our feet cooking most of the time, but you are heavily rewarded with a gorgeous meal every night. I am so grateful for the time I spent there, it was money incredibly well spent. A worthwhile investment in myself. Furthermore upon my return home, when recipes didn’t exactly align with my high altitude location, Chef Eric was happy to troubleshoot with me from across the ping until I could get it right. He is good humored, extremely knowledgeable, and students are lucky to have him as a teacher. 12/10 recommend.
My sister and I spent 2 weeks in France in September. We started our adventure with 5 days at Eric's cooking school. We had a fabulous time. Eric was a delightful, skilled chef who filled our days with hands on cooking skills and delicious recipes. He was an excellent teacher, and very personable. His home and grounds were lovely and inviting. His resident dog was a wonderful springer spaniel. The other 4 partipants were interesting and friendly. Our interpersonal social dynamics were lively and convivial. Needless to say, the food was amazing. This was one of our top highlights of our trip. I highly recommend Eric's cooking school as a nontraditional intoduction to France.
I just spent an amazing week with Chef Eric and 4 wonderful classmates. I’ve learned so many new techniques and recipes. French cooking has become fun and accessible as a result of the skill, common sense and joy that Chef Eric brings to teaching and cooking. This was an amazing week!
I am so, so psyched I treated myself to a course at Eric Duvin's cookery school in the northwest of France. I'm already dreaming of when I can go back. I did the 5-day "Market" itinerary in June 2023.
Lessons were smart, thoughtful, and fun. Through hands-on work and Eric's demonstrations, you'll encounter many aspects of classic French cuisine, from souffles to sauces, starters to mains to desserts. You'll learn how to think about pacing, plating, and serving, and how to create and add those extra touches that delight your dinner guests. It goes without saying that everything you eat will be gorgeous and delicious. You'll receive recipes to take notes on and bring home--you definitely want to take notes.
As a teacher, Eric is really the best. He's absolutely in control of his craft and his kitchen, but he's also down-to-earth and patient: there's literally no ego about him. If there's something particular you want to learn, or a skill you want to practice, talk to him. You'll love his anecdotes about working for some quite elite clientele, and you'll learn so much from his decades of experience.
If you care about what you eat; if you love learning by doing, and want to learn from the absolute best; if you want a hands-on speed run of French cuisine with practical skills you can apply at home; if you want to see a beautiful region of France outside of Paris; this course is worth your while. One piece of advice: wine isn't included in the course fee, so plan to shop from Eric's wine list and add to your appreciation and enjoyment of the full experience. Another: if you can, do tack on an extra day and visit one of the region's destinations with Eric. Our group got to visit Mont St.-Michel, which was really special and fun.
Eric is great and he has created an amazing experience. It’s perfect for the professional that want to up their game to the amateur who wants to have a culinary experience. I took my 9 year old daughter for a daddy/daughter adventure and to expose her to the art of cooking. Eric made the weekend perfect, with a well planned menu, patience and a wonderful teaching style. Devon and I can’t wait to go again.
Paul and I had a great time at walnut Grove cookery . We leart so much and the food was delicious! Mat some new friends as well. We would highly recommend Eric as a great teacher.
I had the best time with Chef Eric at the Walnut Grove! I learned broad stroke cooking techniques as well as details in presentation and plating that I will take back with me to enhance my daily cooking! He was very knowledgable and created a fun and creative environment in the kitchen. Wonderful experience!
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Opening Hours
| Monday | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
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| Tuesday | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
| Thursday | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
| Friday | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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